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Software Development Manager

Daniels HealthChicago, IL, United States

Full-time

Senior Software Development Manager

1872 ConsultingChicago, IL, United States

Permanent

Senior Software Development Manager.The Sr Software Development Manager will manage a team of 6-9 software engineers, with both front-end and back-end skill sets, in a Microsoft (.We do expect this... Show more

Machine Software Engineer

Sciaky Inc.Chicago, IL, US

Full-time

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Established in 1939, Sciaky, Inc.Our wide selection of electron beam welders, electron beam additive manufacturing (EBAM ® ) solutions and advanced arc welders makes us the most versatile weld... Show more

Software Development Manager

WorldQuantChicago, IL, United States

$150,000.00 yearly

Full-time

WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets.We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our prop... Show more

Lead Software Engineer

Capital OneChicago, IL

Full-time +1

Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment? At Capital... Show more

Senior Project Manager - Software Development

VIATechnikChicago, IL, USA

$135,000.00 yearly

Full-time

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This is a remote role within the United States.Needs to be based in Eastern or Central time zones.US work authorization is required.VIATechnik is the global leader in Virtual Design and Constructio... Show more

Software Engineer

BravenChicago, IL, US

Full-time

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Braven is a national nonprofit that prepares promising college students to secure a strong first opportunity after college graduation through a career-accelerating program.We work with higher educa... Show more

Lead Software Engineer

Grainger BusinessesCHICAGO, IL, US

Full-time

North America, Japan and the United Kingdom.At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenu... Show more

Software Development Engineer in Test

Motion RecruitmentChicago, Illinois, United States

Full-time

A growing technology company in Chicago is seeking a full-time Senior Software Development Engineer in Test to support the development of advanced automation platforms.This organization builds scal... Show more

Senior Software Engineer

SESChicago, ND, US

Full-time

SES Inflight has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer role who will help us design and develop tools for pro-actively monitor our next generation airline services.You will be part... Show more

Lead Software Engineer

SnapsheetChicago, IL, US

$160,000.00 yearly

Full-time +1

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Lead Software Engineer Company: Snapsheet Job Location: USA, Remote Job Type: Full-time, direct hire About Snapsheet : Snapsheet is claims technology the way it should be: purposeful, precise, and ... Show more

Software Engineer

JCSIChicago, IL, United States

Full-time

A rapidly growing SaaS technology company is modernizing how financial and tax documents are delivered through secure, cloud-based software solutions.Our platform supports leading institutional inv... Show more

Senior Project Manager - Software Development

ViatechnikChicago, IL, United States

$135,000.00 yearly

Full-time

Senior Project Manager - Software Development.This is a remote role within the United States.Needs to be based in Eastern or Central time zones.US work authorization is required.VIATechnik is the g... Show more

Senior Software Development Engineer

Indotronix International CorporationChicago, Illinois

Full-time

Senior Software Development Engineer Chicago, Illinois, United States | Posted: 6/24/2026. Show more

Software Development Engineer 3

WEX IncChicago, IL

$121,500.00 yearly

Full-time

This role specializes in modern, cloud-native environments, bridging the gap between high-scale software development and advanced system observability.You will be a key architect of our.Terraform, ... Show more

Frontend Software Engineer

iManageChicago, IL, US

$80,000.00 yearly

Full-time

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We offer a flexible working policy that supports a healthy balance between personal and professional well-being.This role requires in-office presence on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate, con... Show more

Sr Software Engineer

InfleqtionChicago, IL, US

$106,000.00 yearly

Full-time

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We are seeking self-motivated, energetic individuals with exceptional problem-solving and technical skills to help drive our.We break down barriers between disciplines, stepping in wherever we can ... Show more

Senior Software Development Engineer (IC4) - Edge Infrastructure

Ontrac SolutionsChicago, Illinois, United States

Full-time

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Development Engineer (IC4) to support a critical customer engagement focused on edge infrastructure, consent and privacy compliance, ... Show more

Software Engineer

EpsilonChicago, Illinois, United States

$73,500.00 yearly

Full-time

Collaborate with decision scientists to enable and optimize AI/ML workflows through data engineering and platform support.Provide support for Spark, Hive, and Hadoop jobs, including troubleshooting... Show more

Sales Manager, Software - Sales Development

UL SolutionsChicago, IL, United States

$210,000.00 yearly

Full-time

This role is Hybrid, 3 days a week in the Chicago, IL Office.Must currently reside in Chicago and be able to get to our Chicago office 3 days/week.Responsible for leading and developing a Sales Dev... Show more

Software Development Manager

Daniels HealthChicago, IL, United States

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Software Development Manager

We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to lead a team of five software developers to design, develop, and maintain in-house software solutions that support business operations. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to integrate applications with our Databricks Data Lakehouse for data-driven functionality. The ideal candidate will have experience managing small, agile teams and a passion for delivering scalable, reliable software tailored to internal needs.

What You Will Do

Oversee the end-to-end development of in-house web, mobile, and Windows applications, ensuring alignment with business requirements.
Drive the adoption of best practices in software development, including agile methodologies, code reviews, and CI/CD pipelines.
Ensure applications are secure, scalable, and optimized for performance and maintainability.
Collaborate with data teams to integrate in-house applications with the Databricks Data Lakehouse, leveraging APIs, Spark, or Delta Lake for data access and analytics.
Set clear goals, conduct performance reviews, and provide coaching to ensure team success.
Coordinate team workflows, ensuring effective communication and alignment on project priorities.
Define project scopes, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery of internal applications.
Manage technical debt, prioritize feature development, and balance immediate business needs with long-term system improvements.
Work closely with business units, BI teams, and data analysts to understand requirements and ensure applications meet internal user needs.
Communicate project progress and technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including leadership.
Implement tools and processes to enhance development efficiency, such as automated testing, version control, or DevOps practices.
Stay updated on industry trends and Databricks capabilities to improve application functionality and development workflows.

Candidate Profile

Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field highly preferred.
7+ years of software development experience.
3+ years in a leadership or management role.
Experience managing small, agile teams of developers working on web, mobile, and/or Windows applications.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, Java, C#, or similar, relevant to web, mobile, and Windows development.
Experience with web/mobile frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Flutter) and Windows development tools (e.g.,.NET, WPF).
Knowledge of Databricks technologies (e.g., Apache Spark, Delta Lake, or APIs) for data integration.
Familiarity with agile methodologies, DevOps tools (e.g., Git, Jenkins, Docker), and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Proficiency with BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or similar platforms.
Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a track record of mentoring high-performing teams.
Strong communication skills to present complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
Strategic mindset with the ability to align BI initiatives with business objectives.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Work Environment
Occasional travel necessary to accommodate for global and regional meetings, workshops or training.
Ability to occasionally join calls before / after traditional office hours

$119,871 - $155,561 a year